Originally Posted by
dera
The only thing that can prevent the shortage in the next few years is a black swan 9/11 style event. Then the airlines could retire to shrink without needing new pilots to replace the old ones.
I think the 91/135 sector will be worst off.
Lots of corporate flight depts will close, because they just can't pay the money ATP rated pilots will want, when legacies start hiring at 100%.
For once we agree.
I’ll add that you’ll see fantastic work rule improvements outside of 121 scheduled passenger service. It’s already happening with positive space to/from work. Hotels, never a crashpad. Totally free benefits company paid.
1 small regional is already offering home basing and positive space tickets, and no crashpads. It will eventually become expected as the shortage deepens.